Apartments in Paris: FranceForRent

VRBO are very popular and well known, and I have also heard good things about VacationsinParis, have not heard of FranceforRent.
I think you enough time still. Don't panic.

The rue Cler area, while popular with " Rickophiles" is not that exciting of an area, especailly in evening, and not that central. For two 16 yrs old( for anyone really) I think staying in the 4th, 5th or 6th is far preferable. You can tell the arrondissmont of any address by noting last two numbers of zip code.

75004 means in the 4th, 75012 means in the 12th and so on, 750 is Paris, last two digits are area.

We've had good success with homelidays.com, mainly because it encourages guests to post reviews of their stay, a good way to check to see if you're really going to get what's offered. I actually prefer an apartment away from areas like Rue Cler...it's nice to be the only "tourist" in the area! July can be hot and sticky in Paris, so if there's one with AC, grab it. Since Paris, like most cities in Europe, is essentially a big conglomeration of villages, there will be a local "center of town" somewhere close by, with its own collection of shops and restaurants. But don't worry about the 16 year olds....they'll be busy enough during the day, seeing all the sights.

The Latin Quarter is very "studenty" with lots of movie theatres, cheap restaurants, clubs, and chain but ultra trendy(not high end) clothing stores. It is also very central to a lot of things. While it might not be the most original place to stay in Europe, I think that a couple of teenagers will have fun there.

I don't think that you waited too late. most Europeans go elsewhere for the summer. Honestly, Paris is pretty quiet in July (many French people leave, and the best icecream shop in Paris is closed). I lived through a July and August in Paris and didn't have AC, yes it was hot, but i havent' stayed in any residences in France that had AC including the Cote d'Azur.

Hi Marina,
not sure if you're set on the other websites, but there was an article in a Delicious magazine a couple of years ago that used this website.
http://www.yourparisaddress.com.au/

Robyn
Queensland

Air Conditioning is absolutely a must. You will not be able to sleep with the window open and the sound of scooters outside.

We stayed in one of the apartments from this web site in October and had a wonderful experience. We found it in the Yale alumni magazine.

http://www.bienvenueaparis.com/apt-rbm.htm

I just stayed in the 11th Arr with my 21 year old daughter at the Citadines Paris Voltaire
Republique. It is an apartment Hotel. I paid 1000 Euros for 8 nights and found the place clean, spacious, the staff spoke English, close to the Metro, with great stores, restaurants in the neighborhood. Citadenes has a number of places in Paris. Go to www.citadines.com to see the locations. I booked through Booking.com for a great rate. Always request an upper floor and a courtyard room to ensure some peace and quiet. Paris can be noisy with the scooters and emergency vehicles.

... www.vacationinparis.com/

Marina, VacationInParis has been used by many, many people. I have yet to learn of an unacceptable experience. At the above web site are testimonials you may read... and you may also shop online for the apartment to meet your needs. There's also a toll free number enabling you to talk with a Headquarters representative [in USA - Newton, New Jersey]. For the toll free number go to the home page bottom & click on "contacts". It's just possible you would have the key to your cool Paris apartment before you leave Melbourne... bon voyage! ... P

We have used VRBO.com in Italy, Portugal and here in the US. We love it! We also have had good luck with Homlidays.com.

I would not hesitate to use either service. Again, it is like anything else...make sure that you ask all of the normal questions, and truely understand the location and restritions of the unit that you are thinking about renting.

I would suggest the Latin Quarter. I enjoyed Rue Cler but it's very quiet at night. Try this website too:http://www.victoria-parishomes.com
email: info@victoria-parishomes.com